Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Thermos Cooking Tips, Reviews, Recipes and More ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://thermoscooking.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Cooking Pasta](https://thermoscooking.com/cooking-pasta/) - Can you cook pasta in a thermos? You sure can! Forget standing over the pot to make sure the pasta doesn't stick together and the pot doesn't boil over? Those days are over with thermos cooking. Our instructions will make more sense after you quickly read through our thermos cooking basics. Basic Recipe Ratio: 2-3 - [Cooking Whole Oat Groats](https://thermoscooking.com/cooking-whole-oat-groats/) - Whole oats groats are oats in their least processed form. All that is been done is the husk has been removed. Groats have a nice chewiness and great nutty flavor. Our instructions will make more sense after you quickly read through our thermos cooking basics. Basic Recipe Ratio: 1 part oat groats to 3 parts - [Cranberry Nut Oatmeal](https://thermoscooking.com/cranberry-nut-oatmeal/) - Ingredients: 1 cup cooked oat groats or steel cut oats 1/8 tsp salt 1 Tblsp brown sugar 2 Tblsps dried cranberries 2 Tblsps coarsely chopped nuts, ie: walnuts, pecans, almonds Directions: If the oats are not already hot heat them for ~1 min in the microwave. Once the oats are hot, stir in the salt and sugar. - [Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal](https://thermoscooking.com/cinnamon-raisin-oatmeal/) - Ingredients: 1 cup cooked oat groats or steel cut oats 1/8 tsp salt 1 Tblsp brown sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 cup raisins Directions: If the oats are not already hot heat them for ~1 min in the microwave. Once the oats are hot, stir in the salt and sugar. Then thoroughly mix in the - [Electric Kettle Reviews](https://thermoscooking.com/electric-kettle-reviews/) - An electric kettle is a perfect companion to thermos cooking at home. It boils water faster than any other method. Here are the results of our test of boiling 3 cups of water using various methods: Electric Kettle: 3 minutes 23 seconds Microwave: 6 minutes 20 seconds Gas stove: 6 minutes 51 seconds As you - [Italian Qunioa and Sausage](https://thermoscooking.com/italian-qunioa-and-sausage/) - Ingredients For the Italian Quinoa 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water 1 tsp chicken bullion 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder Preheat your thermos. Bring the water to a boil. Once the water boils, use the water in the thermos to rinse the quinoa. Once the quinoa is rinsed - [Whole Wheat Chili](https://thermoscooking.com/whole-wheat-chili/) - Ingredients 1 Tblsp olive oil 1 med onion chopped 2 cloves garlic minced 2 tsp cumin 1-2 Tblsp chili powder 1 can (4oz) diced green chilies 1 can (14.5oz) diced tomatoes 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce 1 can (15 oz) beans drained and rinsed (you can use black, kidney or pinto beans) 1-2 cups - [Millet Nutrition Facts](https://thermoscooking.com/millet-nutrition-facts/) - Why You Should Eat Millet A great heart healthy grain like oats Reduces the severity of asthma Reduces the frequency of migraine headaches. Lowers blood pressure Reduces the risk of heart attacks Great source of fiber - lowers risk of type 2 diabetes, helps prevent gallstones, helps prevent breast cancer, fills you up sooner and - [Cooking Quinoa](https://thermoscooking.com/easy-quinoa-cooking/) - Quinoa is a tasty seed that has been classified by the National Academy of Sciences as one of the best sources of protein - it's one of the few plant proteins that contains all eight essential amino acids. Quinoa is also gluten free and has a low glycemic index. I like quinoa because you can - [Cooking Steel Cut Oats](https://thermoscooking.com/steel-cut-oatmeal-recipe/) - Steel cut oats (also called pinhead oats, Scotch oats, or Irish oats) are such a step up taste and texture that there's no comparison to rolled or instant oats. That's because steel cut oats are made from whole oat groats that have been cut into smaller pieces. In comparison, instant oats are steamed and rolled - [Cooking Whole Wheat](https://thermoscooking.com/cooking-whole-wheat/) - I like whole wheat because you can fix it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I prepare a big batch in my larger thermos, eat some immediately, and put the rest in the fridge for later. Our instructions will make more sense after you quickly read through our thermos cooking basics. Basic Recipe Ratio: 1 part - [Oats Nutrition Facts](https://thermoscooking.com/oats-nutrition-facts/) - Why You Should Eat Oats Oats contain a specific type of fiber that lowers cholesterol and lower cholesterol means healthier arteries! Helps to keep blood sugar levels stable Lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes Antioxidants in oats protect LDL cholesterol (the good kind) which aid in a healthy cardiovascular system Lowers the risk of - [Whole Wheat Nutrition Facts](https://thermoscooking.com/whole-wheat-nutrition-facts/) - Why You Should Eat Whole Wheat Whole wheat is a great source of fiber and therefore helps with all of the following: prevents gallstones lowers the risk of developing the Metabolic Syndrome - obesity, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes keeps you regular lowers the risk of breast cancer in women helps - [Quinoa Nutrition Facts](https://thermoscooking.com/quinoa-nutrition-facts/) - Why You Should Eat Quinoa Named a "super crop" by the United Nations because of its high nutrition Has more protein than any other grain - up to 20 percent protein, compared with 7.5 percent for rice, 9.9 percent for millet, and 14 percent for wheat Is a complete protein; contains all 9 essential amino - [Mediterranean Tabouli Salad](https://thermoscooking.com/mediterranean-tabouli-salad/) - Ingredients: 2 cups cooked wheat berries 1/2 med onion minced 2 cloves or garlic, press or chop 3 cups fresh parsley minced 1 med onion chopped 3 Tblsp extra virgin olive oil 1 Tblsp fresh lemon juice salt and pepper to taste Directions: Combine all ingredients and mix well. Enjoy!! Notes: For a wheat-free option - [Cooking Cracked Wheat](https://thermoscooking.com/cracked-wheat-recipe/) - Our instructions will make more sense after you quickly read through our thermos cooking basics. Basic Recipe Ratio: 1 part cracked wheat to 3 parts water Salt: To taste - try 1/2 teaspoon per cup of wheat to start Cooking Time: 40 minutes (approx.) Directions Boil enough water to fill up your thermos. I like - [Choose a Thermos](https://thermoscooking.com/choose-a-thermos/) - My wife wonders how large my thermos collection is going to get. A lot larger, I think. We test each thermos to determine how it performs with leaks, heat retention, ease of use, cleaning, etc. Here's the minimum you need Lined with stainless steel (not glass or plastic) Wide mouth (a narrow mouth helps with - [Wheat Berry Salad with Grapes and Feta Cheese](https://thermoscooking.com/wheat-berry-salad-with-grapes-and-feta-cheese/) - Ingredients 1 cup cooked wheat berries 2 Tblsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tblsp olive oil coarse salt and ground pepper 2 Tblsp minced scallion 3/4 cup seedless grapes, halved 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Directions In a large bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice and olive oil; season with coarse - [Bread Pudding](https://thermoscooking.com/bread-pudding/) - This pudding is a quick, easy, flavorful and healthy dish that can be eaten as a snack or served as a dessert. Cook Time: ~15 min Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 (12 oz) can fat-free evaporated milk 1 cup cooked wheat berries 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins 1 small apple, diced 1/8 tsp cinnamon 1 - [Instant Oatmeal vs. Whole Oats](https://thermoscooking.com/instant-oatmeal-vs-whole-oats/) - A lot of people eat instant oatmeal - it's quick, cheap, pre-flavored (usually), and fills the shelves in the breakfast aisle of your local mega-mart. Unfortunately, there's not a lot of nutrition in those thin flakes. Here's a great story from the famous ultra-light backpacker, Ray Jardine, in his classic backpacking book Beyond Backpacking: I ## Pages - [Thermos Cooking Tips, Reviews & Recipes](https://thermoscooking.com/) - If you want to learn how to cook healthy food while saving yourself time and energy, you've come to the right place. It's Efficient - A thermos is the most fuel efficient way to cook. Period. It's Easy - You don't have to stand over the stove stirring food all day. 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My mom brought me up eating whole foods and funky recipes (zucchini pudding anyone?) and while I rejected all that for a while I've returned to it as - [Why Thermos Cooking?](https://thermoscooking.com/why-thermos-cooking/) - It's Easy You don't have to stand over a stove stirring food all day. Cooking food in a thermos beats standing over a stove or worrying about timers or pulling something out of an oven. Even the worst cook should be able to cook food in a thermos - it's pretty foolproof. 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